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On a small island, Nim spends her days surrounded by sea turtles, sea lions, iguanas and the familiar rhythms of coastal life. Her father, a dedicated scientist, has recently departed for a research assignment, leaving Nim to manage the village’s daily needs. When an unforeseen threat looms over the island, Nim’s remote communication with a new e‑mail friend becomes the only hope to protect her friends and protect the fragile ecosystem she cherishes.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Orr, Wendy
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